The nurse is caring for a child suspected of having acute glomerulonephritis. When reviewing the data collected, the nurse is most likely to note what in the health history?
a. Recent upper respiratory infection
b. Recent outpatient surgery
c. History of asthma
d. Recent history of gastroenteritis
A
Glomerulonephritis is primarily seen in children and young adults, and affects males more than females. It most commonly occurs about 2 to 3 weeks after a group A beta-hemolytic strepto-coccal infection, such as "strep throat" or impetigo; however, it can occur in response to bacterial, viral, or parasitic infections elsewhere in the body. It is an immunologic problem caused by an antigen-antibody reaction. Outpatient surgery, asthma, and gastroenteritis are not risk factors.
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The nurse is providing care to a client who is experiencing a crisis. Which statement by the client indicates that the goals of care have not been met?
A) "I came up with some ideas on how to cope when I am in this position." B) "I feel like I am in control and can begin managing things now." C) "I am not sure whom I am going to call when I start feeling like this again." D) "I can deal with this, I am a strong person, and I have a lot of friends and family."
On the first prenatal visit, examination of the woman's internal genitalia reveals a bluish coloration of the cervix and vaginal mucosa. The nurse records this finding as:
A) Hegar's sign B) Goodell's sign C) Chadwick's sign D) Homans' sign
The nurse recognizes the best enteral formula for clients with digestive disorders is the:
1. oligomeric formula. 2. modular formula. 3. specialized formula. 4. polymeric formula.
Dying patients are often put on a very restrictive diet
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.